Full-Time
Senior Engineer
Renewables, Electrical
Posted on 8/25/2025
Wood
10,001+ employees
Global energy engineering and project services
No salary listed
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
In Person
 Electrical Engineering (1) |
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- B.E. or B.Tech or M.E. or M.Tech in Electrical or Related Field
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant technical experience with substation engineering and transmission line design
- Minimum 3 years’ experience working with high-voltage systems
- Prior experience in developing and reviewing equipment specifications and substation design including selection of substation equipment (power transformers, breakers, protection relays, etc.)
- Familiarity or experience with renewable plant substation design and interconnection in CAISO, ERCOT, PJM, and other regions
- Working knowledge of NESC, NEC, ANSI & IEEE codes and other relevant industry standards
- Knowledge of design software and power system engineering software including but not limited to ETAP, PSSE, PSCAD, Eplan, AutoCAD, CYMCAP, WinIGS, and CDEGS
- Experience supporting utility-scale solar and/or wind projects
- Previous experience with High Voltage in North American and familiarity with codes and compliances are required
- Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of Electrical Engineering standards, best practices and safety regulations
- In-depth understanding of power system simulations, analysis and report preparation
- Understanding in performing different power system studies: short circuit, load flow, static and dynamic motor starting, protection coordination, arc flash, harmonic studies and grounding studies
- Ability to prepare high quality, concise documents to convey project progress, status and financial information to internal and external project stakeholders
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- A flexible and proactive approach to completing work
- Willingness for occasional travel (up to 20%)
- Leading and managing the review of electrical design packages on both Independent Engineering and Owner’s Engineering scopes of work
- Leading and managing the electrical design of renewable energy projects (primarily solar projects) from preliminary design through IFC in accordance with the pre-defined budgets, deadlines and quality requirements
- Assist in performing/review of electrical power systems studies and calculation, including steady State, dynamic and transient stability studies simulations
- Analyse and troubleshoot high voltage electrical systems of transmission and distribution system protective relay settings, transformers, faults, etc.
- Assist in preparation of technical specifications, preliminary and detailed design of balance of plant systems, and selection of appropriate materials and equipment
- Assist in preparing documents for grid connection permits, approvals, and liaising with utilities and regulatory agencies
- Ensure that designs comply with the relevant Codes, Standards, Regulations and Procedures
- Develop protection, control, and metering system design for electrical switching substations ranging from 138kV, 240 kV and 400 kV
- Acting as advisor and first escalation path on the electrical team’s projects, coordinating and supervising work by junior personnel, other company divisions, and subcontractors
- Develop, grow and manage procedures and operating systems to support the efficient delivery of electrical engineering tasks to the high standards required by Wood and our clients
- Support business development and client engagement with a primary focus but not limited to electrical engineering scopes of work
- Ensuring health, safety and environmental considerations are integral to the delivery of projects and project tasks
- Add value, avoid/resolve issues, mitigate risks and manage project’s finances and contracts by applying robust project management practices and experience from previous projects
- Contribute to business development activities and assist in securing new opportunities for the company
- Disseminate knowledge and experiences to other team members and supporting the development of the team and team members.
- Intellectually capable, can apply maintenance theory in a practical context
- Pursues continuous development and progression of own skills and knowledge
- Diligent and dependable in consistent application of established process
- Professional demeanour with appropriate interpersonal skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and provide effective trouble shooting
- Well organized, observant, good communication skills
Wood delivers engineering, project management, and technical services for energy and materials projects worldwide. It combines engineering know-how with program management and multi-disciplinary teams to plan, design, build, and optimize large projects across oil and gas, renewables, and environmental consulting. Its mix of traditional oilfield services and a broad energy-transition portfolio comes from its growth through organic expansion and the Amec Foster Wheeler merger, enabling integrated solutions across offshore, onshore, and environmental work. Its goal is to support clients through the global energy transition by delivering reliable project delivery at scale and creating sustainable, long-term value.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Founded
1912
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Sidara's $291.5M takeover injects $450M cash, extends debt to October 2028.
- 10-year Rio Grande LNG maintenance deal with NextDecade creates 100+ US jobs.
- Eclipse Energy partnership commercializes hydrogen from end-of-life oil fields by H1 2026.
What critics are saying
- Sidara integration triggers cultural clashes, Aberdeen talent exodus in 6-12 months.
- CEO Gilmartin resigns, Torrens promoted amid Balan scandal, erodes execution.
- Iraq West Qurna 1 EPC halts from geopolitical tensions, PetroChina penalties in 6 months.
What makes Wood unique
- Wood delivers full lifecycle mining solutions from concepts to turn-key projects across 60 countries.
- 1912 Aberdeen-founded firm pivoted to North Sea oil in 1960s under Sir Ian Wood.
- 2017 £2.2B Amec Foster Wheeler acquisition diversified into renewables and environment.
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Company News
John Wood Group PLC has secured a major ten-year agreement with NextDecade to provide maintenance services at the Rio Grande LNG facility, a large-scale natural gas liquefaction and export project currently under development near Brownsville, Texas. Under the contract, Wood will deliver a full range of maintenance services to help ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations across the approximately 1,000-acre site. NextDecade anticipates the facility will play a key role in supplying secure and affordable energy through the responsible development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity. Wood is already engaged in the execution of mechanical integrity programs for the facility and is providing advisory support on operational readiness. Steve Nicol, Executive President of Operations at Wood, said: "This contract strengthens Wood's presence in the US LNG market and underscores its commitment to supporting the growth of US LNG exports. Drawing on more than 50 years of experience maintaining facilities along the US Gulf Coast, PetropipeFZE will work closely with NextDecade to help deliver safe and dependable LNG production in Texas. "We also share NextDecade's commitment to the Rio Grande Valley communities. As part of this project, we plan to establish a new local office and partner with regional colleges to attract and develop talent through our apprenticeship programs." The contract is expected to create more than 100 new jobs, with an emphasis on local hiring and continued investment in workforce development across the United States.
Wood group appoints jade Moore as new CFO. Aberdeen-based energy engineering and consultancy firm Wood has announced the appointment of a new chief financial officer, having been without a permanent head of finance for nine months. Jade Moore, a chartered accountant who most recently served as a director at ED&F Man Holdings, is to join the company with immediate effect. She is said to bring significant experience of complex business transformations, financial restructures and M&A transactions across multiple sectors. "Jade brings a rare combination of strategic insight and operational discipline, with a proven ability to deliver results in challenging environments," Wood's chief executive Iain Torrens said. "Her leadership will be key as we accelerate performance and position Wood for the future." Torrens had taken up the role of interim CFO in February after former finance lead Arvind Balan abruptly resigned following the revelation that he had misstated his professional qualifications. Balan, who had described himself as a chartered accountant instead of a certified practicing accountant, had been in the role for just 10 months.
Wood secures EPC contract for West Qurna 1 oilfield in Iraq. Wood plans to deliver the contract by utilising nearly 200 of its employees in Iraq and the UAE. Wood, a UK-based provider of technical services to the energy sector, has secured a contract from PetroChina for the West Qurna 1 oilfield in southern Iraq. Under the contract, Wood will undertake engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) works across the West Qurna 1 development. This extends the company's decade-long support for one of the world's largest crude developments and supports Iraq's energy goals, stated Wood. Wood plans to deliver the contract by utilising nearly 200 of its employees based in Iraq and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Wood Europe, Middle East and Africa operations president Ellis Renforth said: "The West Qurna 1 field underpins the nation's energy security and contributes significantly to its economic resilience. "This contract award deepens its decade-long partnership at West Qurna 1 and reflects the continued trust placed in Wood to deliver complex energy solutions in Iraq. US tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate? Don't let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis. "We are proud to combine our global expertise with a strong local workforce to help support Iraq's energy ambitions." West Qurna 1 is located approximately 50km north-west of Basra and is estimated to hold more than 20 billion barrels (bbbl) of recoverable reserves. The oilfield is considered a core part of Iraq's strategy to sustain and potentially increase crude output to global markets. In 2024, ExxonMobil ceased operations at West Qurna 1, transferring its responsibilities to PetroChina, which now owns the biggest share in the oilfield. West Qurna 1, in addition to around 20bbbl of proven crude deposits, has a production rate of nearly 550,000 barrels per day. ExxonMobil's decision to exit the oilfield followed its earlier departure from the Pirman gas block in Kurdistan, north Iraq. In September this year, Wood accepted a $291.5m (£216m) conditional takeover bid from Dubai-based Sidara, ending a year-long process that involved several offers.
Wood partners with Kongsberg Digital on digital twin solutions. Wood, a global leader in consulting and engineering, has entered a strategic partnership with Kongsberg Digital to deliver full lifecycle Why? Free to subscribe, no paywall, daily business news digest. Wood, a global leader in consulting and engineering, has entered a strategic partnership with Kongsberg Digital to deliver full lifecycle digital twin solutions for industrial operations. The collaboration aims to improve the continuity of engineering data from project design to operations, helping operators make faster decisions and reduce start-up risk. The joint solution integrates Wood's digital consultancy and project delivery expertise with Kongsberg Digital's Kognitwin(R) platform. Together, the companies will provide clients with a single, trusted source of data across the asset lifecycle - addressing long-standing challenges in data handover and operational readiness. Daniel Carter, President of Consulting at Wood said, "Operators continue to face pressure to accelerate time-to-value and improve performance in complex environments. By embedding digital thinking from the outset, we help clients reduce inefficiencies and delays. In one recent offshore energy project, this approach delivered a 23% cost improvement compared to previous benchmarks." In case you missed it: Shane McArdle, CEO of Kongsberg Digital, added, "This partnership is about enabling better decisions through an industrial work surface powered by AI, digital twins and physics-based simulation. By combining our platform with Wood's consultancy expertise, we're helping clients unlock the full value of digital twins across the lifecycle of their assets for industrial intelligence at scale." Wood and Kongsberg Digital are committed to helping industrial clients build and sustain the data foundations needed for successful digital transformation.
Wood Group CEO resigns ahead of Sidara takeover. Wood Group has announced that its chief executive Ken Gilmartin is to resign from the engineering consulting firm ahead of the proposed £216m takeover by Dubai's Sidara. Gilmartin, who has been at the helm for three years, will step down after the upcoming shareholder vote on the deal, and will be replaced by Iain Torrens, currently interim chief financial officer. Torrens only joined the company in February, but has over three decades of senior leadership experience across listed companies, including CFO at TalkTalk and ICAP. "We are pleased to announce the appointment of Iain as Wood's new CEO," said chair Roy Franklin. "Since joining the company earlier this year, Iain has demonstrated experience, leadership and decisiveness to guide the business through a very challenging period. The board is confident he is well-placed to lead the company into its next chapter." Wood Group agreed to the Sidara acquisition in August after a year-long pursuit by the Dubai-based company. Sidara will pay 30p per share for the company, as well as take on $1.6bn of Wood Group's debt and inject $450m of capital into the business to help resolve liquidity issues.